India-Philippines Naval Drills in SCS Spark Beijing’s Ire India and the Philippines conducted joint naval exercises in the strategically vital South China Sea on August 4, 2025. The drills, focusing on coordinated maneuvers and communication protocols, have drawn sharp criticism from China. The exercises underscore the growing strategic partnership between New Delhi and Manila amidst […]

Jharkhand Mourns Shibu Soren: Tribal Leader, CM, and a Legacy of Controversy Shibu Soren, the charismatic founder of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) and a towering figure in Jharkhand’s political landscape, passed away on Monday, August 4, 2025, at the age of 81. His death marks the end of an era for the state. Soren’s […]

SC Stays UP Govt’s Banke Bihari Takeover Bid, Orders Committee The Supreme Court on Monday, August 4, 2025, stayed the Uttar Pradesh government’s controversial takeover of the revered Banke Bihari temple in Vrindavan. The court expressed strong disapproval of the state’s opaque handling of the matter. The apex court questioned the government’s justification for the […]

Supreme Court Pulls Up Rahul Gandhi Over Army Remarks, Stays Proceedings The Supreme Court on Monday censured Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his remarks on the 2022 India-China border clashes. The court took strong exception to his claims of territorial loss and his use of social media to make these allegations, rather than raising them […]

Trump’s Tariff Threat: India’s Russian Oil Deal Faces US Heat Former US President Donald Trump has issued a fresh threat of imposing further tariffs on Indian goods, escalating the ongoing trade tensions between the two nations. His statement, made on August 4, 2025, directly targets India’s continued purchase of Russian oil. The impending tariffs, scheduled […]

Trump’s Tariff Threat: Modi Govt’s Balancing Act Under Scrutiny Former US President Donald Trump’s threat to impose higher tariffs on Indian goods has sparked a fresh debate on India’s foreign policy. Trump’s accusation centres on India’s alleged profiteering from Russian oil purchases amidst the ongoing Ukraine conflict. The Congress party has seized on this development, […]

SC Slams UP’s Banke Bihari Temple Takeover: Committee to Rule The Supreme Court on Monday, August 4, 2025, sharply criticised the Uttar Pradesh government’s hasty ordinance seizing control of the revered Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan. The court expressed serious concerns over the lack of transparency in the state’s actions. The apex court questioned the […]

Centre’s Plea Against Ex-Serviceman Benefits Rejected: HC Slams Govt. The Punjab and Haryana High Court on August 4, 2025, sharply criticised the Union of India for its persistent legal challenges against benefits awarded to ex-servicemen. The court’s rebuke followed the dismissal of a petition filed by the Centre in the case of Milap Chand. The […]

Chandigarh: India’s Electric Vehicle Champion? A new NITI Aayog report positions Chandigarh at the forefront of India’s electric vehicle (EV) revolution, surpassing even major metropolitan areas in adoption, infrastructure development, and innovative solutions. While Delhi and Maharashtra also feature prominently, the report highlights Chandigarh’s remarkable progress. However, the report also reveals a paradox. Despite leading […]

Modi Inaugurates New Powerhouse of Governance: Kartavya Bhavan Opens Doors Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate Kartavya Bhavan on August 4, 2025. This state-of-the-art complex houses several key ministries under one roof. The initiative aims to streamline inter-ministerial coordination and boost administrative efficiency. Bringing together previously disparate departments is expected to significantly reduce operational costs. […]